St. Susanna Parish 616 Reading Road Mason, OH 45040 (513) 398-3821 FAX: (513) 398-2254 www.stsusanna.org MASS SCHEDULE The Lord’s Day Saturday Vigil 5:00 PM Sunday 7:30 AM, 9:00 AM, 11:15 AM, 6:00 PM Weekdays Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 8:15 AM Wednesday 8:15 AM, 6:00 PM Holy Days of Obligation 6:30 AM, 8:15 AM, 7:00 PM RECONCILIATION Wednesday 6:45 PM Saturday 4:00 PM EUCHARISTIC EXPOSITION Wednesday 6:45 to 9:00 PM First Friday After 8:15 AM Mass Friday to beginning of 8:15 AM Mass Saturday ROSARY/ DEVOTIONS Monday through Saturday 7:45 AM St. Susanna Parish ╬ Reflecting with the Pastor … Feasting at God’s Table ... The opening verse of today’s parable likens God to a king and the reign of God to a wedding feast for God’s Son. Certainly marriage, the covenant relationship between a husband and wife, most closely resembles the relationship between God and His people. When Jesus, the bridegroom, is in our midst we can do nothing except feast, dance and rejoice. God cares for all of us and invites us to participate in the heavenly meal that is set before us. Meals in the Gospel signal life, love, acceptance and care. But they can also signal conflict and division. To break bread with someone indicates commonality … oneness with them. Recall Jesus’ eating with tax collectors and sinners. In the eyes of Jesus, they are one, everyone is important but in the eyes of the religious leaders this is anathema. “If He is God, doesn’t He know the kind of people eating with Him?” The invitation is sent to everyone to come to the feast … come to the banquet … come, join your brothers and sisters in God’s celebration of love. But not everyone accepted. Maybe they weren’t ready to drop their own misconceptions, their own needs and concerns to associate with those different than them. Maybe they weren’t ready to change their lives and priorities to make dining at God’s table a priority. Maybe they just wanted everything for themselves. There are two things at play here: God’s utterly gracious and underserved offer of a place at the eternal banquet AND divine judgment with the invitation is not fully acted upon. Jesus predicts that because many who were originally invited to the banquet of God will not come or accept the invitation, “outsiders, Gentiles,” will be offered a seat at the table. The strange scene at the end of the parable … the man thrown outside because he was not wearing a wedding garment … might indicate that we must always be ready, living our faith each day, because we don’t know when the invitation from God will come. It could also be a warning that admission to God’s Kingdom is costly and comes with expectations. It’s not about us! It is about God and what Jesus is doing in and through us. We can’t come to God or accept His invitation by saying, “Yes, I will come, but I expect this … I still want to live my life this way … I still want to keep doing what I am doing because it makes me happy and I am comfortable.” No, it is just the opposite. Jesus says, “I offer you something greater and better than you can ever imagine. But if you say yes, I expect you to mirror Me … My loving, My compassion, My generosity and My acceptance. You need to die to yourself, take off what you think is so important and put on My garment of truth, of life, of love and compassion.” God is ready… are you? Fr. Bob Farrell Reflect … Reflection: This is a story that actually happened: When a groom-to-be called off the wedding, the bride decided to go ahead with the wedding banquet. Instead of inviting friends and relatives, she invited some homeless people. These unlikely guests had a wonderful time. And the “bride” had the joy of sharing a banquet with them. This story is very similar to today’s Gospel. In the parable, the invited guests do not show up, so other guests are invited to share the table and the joy. Sometimes we ignore God’s invitation. Questions: Do we recognize that God has an invitation for us every day? How can we receive and accept it? If you need to inform the parish of an emergency situation outside of Parish Office hours, please call 398-3821 ext 3200 and leave a message. The line is constantly monitored. A priest will be contacted and you will receive a return call as quickly as possible. Twenty-Eighth Sunday in Ordinary Time ╬ October 12, 2014 ╬ Page 2 The next Taizé Prayer will be Tuesday, October 14th at 6:30 PM in Church. Plan to come and enter the song! Sunday Café meets every Sunday from 10:10 to 11:10 AM in the St. Susanna Room. This Week: Catholicism: The New Evangelization by Fr. Barron returns Next Week: Fr. Barron’s Series concludes st The next Table Talk is October 21 from 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM in the St. Isidore Room. Please bring your own bag lunch. RSVP to Cody Egner, 398-3821 ext 3149. The flowers gracing the altar last weekend were placed by Greg & Erin (Mott) Johnson on the occasion of their wedding in memory of Jim & Jo Ann Mott and Henry & Arlene Johnson Reflect on Next Sunday’s Readings World Mission Appeal Is Soon Next weekend, October 18th/19th, there will be a special collection for the World Mission Appeal. Each year in October, the universal Church unites to recommit each member to his/her vocation to be a missionary for Christ. Your prayer for Catholics around the world reaching out to spread the faith is essential. Your gift of treasure helps to support 9,000 clinics caring for the sick and dying, 10,000 orphanages, 900,000 children receiving an education and the message of God’s love, 80,000 seminarians and 9,000 religious Sisters and Brothers in formation. 1,150 mission dioceses, mostly in Africa and Asia, are home to the above services. Your gift to the World Mission Appeal could help to support the world’s youngest Catholic Church in Mongolia. There is a designated envelope in your packet or visit the parish web site and click on Online Giving on the home page to make a designated gift. The flowers gracing the altar this weekend have been placed in memory of Don von Holle by Norma von Holle First Reading Is 45:1, 4-6 Second Reading 1 Thes 1:1-5b Gospel Mt 22:15-21 Presider Schedule October 18/19 5:00 PM 7:30 AM 9:00 AM 11:15 AM 6:00 PM Misa en español es el segundo y cuarto domingo del mes a las 4:00 PM. Mass in Spanish is the second and fourth Sunday of every month at 4:00 PM. Nursery Nursery services are provided on Sundays for the 9:00 AM and 11:15 AM Masses. The nursery is located in the undercroft. Call ext 3126 or e-mail [email protected] for details. Mass Intentions Monday, October 13 8:15 AM Mass (Meyer) Special Intention for Baby Lee and Parents (Mike & Sharon Weil) Tuesday, October 14 8:15 AM (Farrell) Julia Boedo (Hector & Mila Sanchez) Wednesday, October 15 8:15 AM (Bishop) Jack Pugh (His Family) 6:00 PM (Farrell) Special Intention for Bill Miesch, Sr. (Fred Miesch Family) St. Susanna Parish ╬ Thursday, October 16 8:15 AM (Farrell) Antonia McCarthy (Jennifer Connors & Family) 2:30 PM (Bishop) at Mason Christian Village Vi Ayers (Anna Geiser) Friday, October 17 8:15 AM (Bishop) John Haley (Barbara & Ed Swain) Saturday, October 18 8:15 AM (Farrell) Dennis Sheehan (Paul & Margaret Hunsberger) Saturday, October 18 5:00 PM (Bishop) Joan Seman (Frank Seman & Family) Sunday, October 19 7:30 AM (Farrell) Florence Schneider (Vince & Mary Beth Meyer) 9:00 AM (Farrell) Jim Sherby (Eleanor Sherby) 11:15 AM (Bishop) Baptism Jesse Carmicle (Brunck Family) 6:00 PM (Bishop) Baptism Claudia Margaret Bell Carr Fr. Jerome Bishop Fr. Bob Farrell Fr. Bob Farrell Fr. Jerome Bishop Fr. Jerome Bishop Liturgy of the Word for Children The proclamation of the readings of the day with age-appropriate discussion is provided for children in Grades K-2 at the 9:00 & 11:15 AM Masses from September to May. Contact Susan Gravely, [email protected]. (Susan Howard & Kathy Marksberry) Twenty-Eighth Sunday in Ordinary Time ╬ October 12, 2014 ╬ Page 3 CFP Grades 1-8 2014-2015 Faith formation for elementary students will be Summer Sessions and Sundays from 10:15 to 11:45 AM and Mondays 6:30 to 7:45 PM. Contact Susan Gravely, ext 3110 or [email protected], with questions. Saint Susanna School The parish school provides a Catholic education for Grades K-8. Contact the School Office, ext 3108 or [email protected], for more information. Early Childhood 2014-2015 Faith formation for 3-, 4-, preK 5-year-olds and kindergartners meets on Sunday mornings at 9:00 AM. Contact Kristen Tell, ext 3135 or [email protected], for more details. Preschool Weekday Preschool is available for ages 2-5 in the undercroft of church. Contact the Preschool Office, ext 3131 or [email protected] for more information. St. Susanna Parish ╬ Families Invited to Stories of Jesus Event The Stories of Jesus is a family event for preschool through fourth grade children. It will take place on October 26th from 10:00 AM to Noon. This is a great chance to learn about Jesus' life through fun activities! Preschool age and kindergarten children and their families will meet in the Meyer Center. Students of grades 1-4 and their families will meet in the gym. Registration is required. Cost: $5 for supplies. An online form for registration is located on the Family Formation page under the Faith Formation tab. The fee can be paid at the event. Fifth Grade Teacher Honored Mrs. Karen Lauber, fifth grade teacher at Saint Susanna School, was chosen by her peers to represent Saint Susanna School for the National Catholic Education Association Sister Mariam Joseph Farrell Distinguished Teacher Award. Mrs. Lauber is held in high regard by her peers and epitomizes what a Master Teacher represents. Karen will complete the application process for NCEA. Congratulations and good luck to Mrs. Lauber. There is a School Commission meeting on Monday at 7:00 PM. Picture retakes will occur on Friday. Are You Looking for Faith Activities for Your Family? Visit the round table in the gathering space or the tables near the bulletin boards in the hall from the gathering space. There are suggested readings and prayers, ideas for home activities, coloring sheets, and outreach ideas. Attend the October Family Festival! Details on next page. Those Volunteering with Children Must Fulfill Requirements All those who volunteer with children must attend a Protecting God’s Children seminar provided by VIRTUS, have a cleared background check of no more than five years old, and must read the monthly training bulletins online. If you have not yet attended a seminar, please contact Laureen Catlin, Safe Environment Coordinator, [email protected], before you visit www.virtus.org in order to register. She will provide you with a FASTRAX code that will cover the fee for you to complete the process for the background check online. Please do not make payment with a credit card. The next seminar here at the parish is Wednesday, October 22nd. Please note that the above seminar will be held in the Meyer Center. The room is located at the end of the hall from the cafeteria on the first floor. You must register online to attend. Visit www.virtus.org to register! Choose one of the many options. Twenty-Eighth Sunday in Ordinary Time ╬ October 12, 2014 ╬ Page 4 Attention, All 6th-12th Graders, Faith Alive and LIFE Nights Are Faith-Filled and Fun! Faith Alive meets on Sundays from 4:00-6:00 PM in the Meyer Center This week’s focus: Respect Life! The meeting will be in the cafeteria. Next week’s focus: The Saints … There’s a Saint for That! All of Faith Alive will be attending Mass together at 6:00 PM. Life Night is on Sundays from 7:00-9:00 PM in the St. John Bosco Room in the undercroft. This week’s focus: The greatest of our prayers … The Mass Next week’s focus: First Communion … Do you remember it? For more information or to register, visit Youth Ministry under the Faith Formation tab on the parish web site. Contact Caitlin Craig, 398-3821 ext 3195 or [email protected]. Are you a parent and interested in volunteering for Faith Alive or LIFE? If so, contact Caitlin Craig. Contact info is above! Walk with Mary Study Begins This Week! Filmed on location in the Holy Land, Mary: A Biblical Walk with the Blessed Mother will show how Mary works in our lives today drawing us ever closer to her Divine Son. Seeing Mary in this way will change you forever. Mary will become a part of your daily life … and in your daily life, you will become more like Christ. The study will be held on Thursdays at 9:30 AM beginning on October 16th. Cost is $22. Reserve your place today by visiting www.stsusanna.org. “Family” Is Focus of October “Family” Festival The second of nine Family Festivals will be held October 18th from 2:30 to 4:00 PM in the St. Susanna Room. The theme will be Celebrating Families to acknowledge Pope Francis’ Synod on the Family. The Synod will be held October 5th through 19th to discern the “Pastoral Challenges of the Family in the Context of Evangelization.” While the Synod is coming to a close, those attending the Family Festival will celebrate families in a variety of activities for different ages. Please contact Susan Hack, 398-3821 ext 3169 or [email protected], to register for the event. Be sure to share number attending and ages of the children. New Titles Available from Lighthouse Media Check out the new titles at the Lighthouse Media display in the gathering space of church. Being Featured this Week: Born Again? Faith Alone? In one of his most focused talks to date, Stephen Ray discusses salvation, the authentic Biblical understanding of being "born again", and how we are saved by faith, but not “faith alone.” With great humor and doctrinal depth, he goes all the way back to Abraham to show that we are saved by faith and obedience to all that Christ demands of us. St. Susanna Parish ╬ Faith Alive Faith Alive is a youth ministry experience at St. Susanna Parish for 6th, 7th & 8th grade students that focuses on service and experiential learning. Faith Alive meets on Sundays 4:00 to 6:00 PM in the Meyer Center. Contact Caitlin Craig, [email protected] or 398-3821 ext 3195. LIFE LIFE is the faith formation program for grades 9 through 12. Sessions are every Sunday at 7:00 PM in the St. John Bosco Youth Room. Contact Caitlin Craig, [email protected] or 398-3821 ext 3195. Interested in Becoming Catholic? Adult Catholic Seeking Confirmation? Contact Susan Gravely, ext 3110 or [email protected]. All Volunteers Who Work with Children Need to Attend a VIRTUS Session and Have a Clear Background Check. For details, visit the parish web site, choose Parish Info tab then Child Protection from its dropdown menu. Twenty-Eighth Sunday in Ordinary Time ╬ October 12, 2014 ╬ Page 5 Baptism Preparation Class This class is a prerequisite for infants to age 6; contact Cathy Meyer at the Parish Office, 398-3821, ext 3100. For children over age 6, contact Susan Gravely, ext 3110 or [email protected]. Marriage Preparation Contact the Parish Office, no later than 6 months prior to the date of intended marriage. Parish Library The Library is located in the undercroft of the church. Media can be checked out at any time. Stop by the Parish Office for help. Would You Like to Be a Member of the Parish? Contact the Parish Office, 398-3821; register after all Masses on the first Sunday of the month in Parish Office and third weekend of each month at the Information Desk; or visit the Parish Office during office hours. Parish Office Hours Monday through Friday from 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM with extended hours on Tuesdays until 6:00 PM. First Sunday of the month from 8:15 AM to 12:30 PM. St. Susanna Parish ╬ Cincinnati Catholic Women’s Conference Is Sheer Goodness All women are invited to attend the annual Cincinnati Catholic Women’s Conference on October 25th. This year’s theme is Embracing God’s Plan of Sheer Goodness for Women. This day of spiritual renewal for the soul will focus on topics that help connect women in the search for meaning, belonging, freedom, courage and peace. A slate of international speakers will include Kelly Whalquist with Women in the New Evangelization, Theresa Tomeo with Extreme Makeover, Fr. James Brooks with Women in Love, and Danielle Bean with Blessed and Beautiful. The day also includes Mass with Archbishop Schnurr presiding and an end-of-day wine event. The Conference will be held at St. Gertrude Church on Shawnee Run with check-in at 7:30 AM, beginning speaker at 8:30 AM and conclusion after 4:30 PM Mass. To register and to obtain information about cost, directions and more details, visit www.GCCWC.org. Explore the Joy of the Gospel Visit neighboring St. John Parish in West Chester for Exploring the Joy of the Gospel: The Teaching of Pope Francis. On November 5th, join Fr. Dan Hartnett, SJ, from 7:00 to 8:30 PM in the St. John Chapel. He will lead those present in a discovery of the recent papal letter in which Pope Francis beautifully outlines his dream for the Church and for the world. Fr. Hartnett, the former Considine Chair in Applied Ethics at Loyola University and current pastor at Bellarmine Parish, Xavier University, will highlight the Pope’s message of mercy, service and renewal. All are welcome! Direct questions to St. John Parish Office, 777-6433. Women’s Retreat Offered This Fall This fall presents an exciting opportunity for all women of the parish! You are invited to experience a renewal of faith with the Christ Renews His Parish (CRHP) Retreat. The retreat will be held on the weekend of November 1st and 2nd. Each of us has a unique and very special relationship with the Lord. This weekend gives you the chance to strengthen that relationship and bring members of our parish together in Christ. Don’t pass up this great opportunity to strengthen your spiritual foundation and continue to build upon your faith. For further information on this retreat, contact Valerie Stammen, 317-2480. Caregivers Have Support You are a caregiver whether you devote a few hours each week or 24 hours a day to providing or supervising the care of a loved one who is disabled, frail, or elderly. It can be both physically and emotionally demanding. Meet others who share your experience to discuss topics such as maintaining your balance, caregiving issues and learning to care for yourself so that you can continue to care for others. Come to Caregivers Support! The next meeting is October 22nd at 7:00 PM in the St. Catherine Room. Join with others who have walked the journey before. Are you a former caregiver? Your wisdom and knowledge is needed! Share with those who are just beginning the journey. Be there on October 22nd. Twenty-Eighth Sunday in Ordinary Time ╬ October 12, 2014 ╬ Page 6 PARISH STAFF Contact: 398-3821 Parish Office, ext 3100 School Office, ext 3108 Please Help with Habitat for Humanity Fr. Bob Farrell, In celebration of Respect Life Month in October, St. Susanna Parish is teaming up with Habitat for Humanity. Individuals or groups are needed to assist this nonprofit Christian housing ministry on Saturday, October 18th from 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM. No prior experience in homebuilding or finishing work is needed, just a desire to be the “Hands of Christ” to insure a safe and affordable place to live for families in need. For more information or to sign up to work, please contact Mary Beth Meyer, [email protected] or 398-3821 ext 3120. Help Start a Fair Trade Ministry Right Here at St. Susanna Parish! Interested individuals are needed to serve on a core committee to help with communication and distribution after Masses one time a month. Fair Trade will give parishioners the opportunity to support small farmers, primarily in Central America, by buying Fair Trade products once a month after each Mass. Fair Trade allows farmers in developing countries to make a fair wage for their products. For example, a small farmer usually sells coffee for about fifty cents per pound. Under Fair Trade, they can sell for about $1.50 per pound. The plan is to begin with coffee, chocolate and cocoa. Please contact Susan Hack, [email protected], to help. Take a Stand for Life The St. Susanna parish community is joining thousands of others throughout the nation currently taking part in 40 Days for Life. This parish has committed to a prayer vigil outside of the Women's Medical Center in Sharonville each Friday from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM. To sign up for a vigil time, visit 40daysfor life.com/sharonville. Please do your part and take a stand for life! Fr. Jerome Bishop, Parochial Vicar, ext 3106 [email protected] Deacon Dan Rader, vm 3165 [email protected] Deacon Lou Wong, [email protected] Chris Baumgardner, Preschool, ext 3131 [email protected] Caitlin Craig, Youth Ministry, ext 3195 [email protected] Cody Egner, Help Women’s Association to Make Blankets for Others to “Take Away the Chill” The Women’s Association is sponsoring a No Sew Blanket Making Project on October 15th from 7:00 to 9:00 PM in the Meyer Center. As part of the larger parish outreach to the needy, these blankets will be donated to the Schuh Center for the upcoming cold weather. Come join in this project! Please bring fabric scissors and a yardstick if you have them available to you. Let’s make sure no one feels the chill of winter for lack of a warm blanket! For more information, contact Fran Kester, 573-0994 or [email protected], or Christine Phelan, [email protected] or 492-7265. Actively Live Out Today’s Gospel Message In today’s Gospel we hear Jesus say: “Many are invited, but few are chosen.” To give thanks for all that God has given to you, have you considered answering the call to help serve the poor by joining the parish St. Vincent de Paul Conference? Contact John Bennett, 675-3620, and say you would like to join! St. Susanna Parish ╬ Pastor, ext 3101 [email protected] Formation, ext 3149 [email protected] Karen Fultz, Business Manager, ext 3121 [email protected] Susan Gravely, Children’s Formation, ext 3110 [email protected] Susan Hack, Adult Formation, ext 3169 [email protected] Kevan Hartman, Principal, ext 3109 [email protected] Mary Beth Meyer, Faith Formation, ext 3120 [email protected] Doug Popp, Facilities, ext 3154 [email protected] Kristen Tell, Early Childhood, ext 3135 [email protected] Guy Vanasse, Music & Liturgy, ext 3105 [email protected] Twenty-EighthS unday in Ordinary Time ╬ October 12, 2014 ╬ Page 7 A report on how your…. Generosity Furthers the Mission of St. Susanna Parish Fiscal Year 7/1/2014 to 6/30/2015 Report on the 10/5/2014 collection: Budget - $63,000 Actual Offerings - $65,181 Over (under) Budget - $2,181 Year to Date (2014-15) Budget - $611,000 Actual Offerings - $626,607 Over (under) Budget - $15,607 Please continue to keep in prayer those serving their country overseas, including: Ryan Hale, Shane West, Mark Anzer, Joseph Patrick Fusco, Justin Schuh, Jake Denman, Jonathan Stanifer, Christian Sorfnsen, Ryan Whitaker, Thomas Prieve and Michael Zeller St. Susanna Parish ╬ Flu Shots Offered On Site Operation Christmas Child Needs You St. Susanna Parish kicked off a new chance to reach out to children who are in need. Operation Christmas Child is a great ministry helping children around the world who live in extreme poverty. This new program is the parish outreach internationally to complement the local outreach done through the Giving Tree. Look for that annual outreach on Thanksgiving Weekend! There are several ways to participate in Operation Christmas Child! Have a Shoebox party within your own existing group; donate items to be put in a box; or make a box as a family. If you were unable to get an instructional handout at Mass or happen to lose yours, visit the parish web site and click on the Peace & Justice tab. Boxes will be collected during the Pancake Breakfast on October 26th or in the gathering space of church before November 17th. The boxes will be taken to the distribution center before November 24th. Please direct questions to Cody Egner, [email protected] or 398-3821 ext 3149. Timely Seminar on Immigration Issues Offered Neighboring St. John Parish in West Chester is hosting Immigration Issues and Catholic Social Teaching from 7:00 to 8:30 PM in the parish’s Favret Hall on October 20th. The speaker will be Fr. Mike Pucke, pastor of St. Julie Billiart Parish. Fr. Pucke’s five years as a missionary in Chile give him a unique perspective on the challenges facing the immigrant community. All are welcome! Please direct questions to St. John Parish Office, 777-6433. The St. Susanna Health & Wellness Ministry is hosting Kroger pharmacists to administer flu shots, blood glucose screenings, blood pressure screenings and medication reviews. Pharmacists will be available in the Our Lady of Guadalupe Room, located just off the gathering space, after the 9:00 AM Mass until the 11:15 AM Mass each week starting next Sunday, October 19th through Sunday, November 23rd. The cost of the flu shot is $28.00 payable by cash, check or by presenting your insurance card for the pharmacist to verify how much your health care provider will cover. These services will also be available after the 4:00 PM Mass in Spanish on November 9th from 5:00 PM until just before the 6:00 PM Evening Mass. Direct questions to Ann Ballard, 398-7464, or Tram Tran, 254-0541. Boosters News Tidings on Titans Teams Boosters Needs Girls Volleyball Coaches and Two Coordinators! St. Susanna Boosters are in need of sixth and seventh grade coaches at all levels including "A" teams for their girls volleyball season. They are also in need of a Spirit Wear Coordinator and a Boys Volleyball Coordinator. Please contact Boosters immediately, if you can volunteer for either of these important roles! Contact Dan Maziar, 910-5018 or [email protected], to coach volleyball. Please contact Gina Kelly, [email protected], for additional information on the coordinator roles. Twenty-Eighth Sunday in Ordinary Time ╬ October 12, 2014 ╬ Page 8 Organization Contacts Knights of Columbus Holds Charity Event The St. Susanna Knights of Columbus is hosting a wine tasting charity event on November 15th at 7:00 PM at the Marival Club House, Marival Way, Mason. Come enjoy great wines, friends, and an evening of fun, with an opportunity to win some wine! Proceeds from this charity event will benefit the St. Susanna Outreach Ministries and St. Joseph’s Orphanage. For information about featured wines, ticket prices and event details, visit the parish web site. Choose the Ministry tab, Fellowship from the dropdown and Knights of Columbus on the left panel. Purchase tickets by asking any member of the St. Susanna Knights of Columbus or after any St. Susanna Mass on November 1st/2nd or 8th/9th. Please direct questions to Keith Chasse, 767-4525 or [email protected]. The St. Susanna Knights of Columbus Council #10272 works closely with St. Susanna Parish providing funds for various projects, charitable causes, and the sponsorship of seminarians. Are You Familiar with the Parish Gift Card Program? Did you know that you can visit the Information Desk after any weekend Mass and purchase gift cards to places you regularly shop or dine that help raise funds for the parish? It’s true. You can purchase cards to Applebee’s, Bob Evans, Chipotle, Culver’s, Home Depot, Kidd Coffee, Kohl’s, Kroger, Mike’s Car Wash, Outback/Carraba’s/Bonefish, Petsmart, Speedway, Subway, Wal-Mart, Wendy’s or Whole Foods. Or you can pick up information about hundreds of other gift cards available online. There is no cost for the card. You use it to make payment and the parish receives a percentage. Want to learn more? Visit the parish web site, www.stsusanna.org, choose the About tab and then from the menu Stewardship/Giving. St. Susanna Parish ╬ Divorced/Separated Support Group Meets Weekly St. John Parish's Support Group for Divorced and Separated meets every Monday at 7:30 PM in the hospitality room off the gathering space inside the church at 9080 Cincinnati-Dayton Road. You don’t have to walk this journey alone. Give yourself the gift of sharing and support with others who understand. For more information, call St. John's Parish Office, 777-6433, or Mary Taylor, parishioner, 398-7355. Parishioners Seeking Babysitter A working parish couple is searching for a part-time sitter for their one-yearold granddaughter. The need is for two or three afternoons per week in their home just north of Mason. Days and hours would be flexible. Hourly rate to be discussed and based on experience. Send an e-mail with summary of experience to [email protected] or call 277-0268 and ask for Marty or Franca. Congratulations to the following individuals who were the winners of the 365-Day Raffle of 2013-2014 for September 28th - October 4th: Fening Family ($100) Ward & Katie Quan ($40) Denise Suttman ($40) Jim DeJoy ($40) Maria Victoria ($40) Amy Rudy ($40) Pat Schafer ($40) Boosters: Gina Kelly, 573-9648 Festival: Dan Lally, 755-3228 Finance Commission: Karen Fultz, 398-3821 Fish Fry Coordinator: Scott Kososki, 461-9098 Health & Wellness: Laura Barbetta, 847-1849 Hispanic Ministry: Wilson Velez, 336-0829 Knights of Columbus: Matt Bennie, 309-5250 Men’s Prayer Group: Bill Bross, 777-6069 Moms Group: Karissa Cullen, 509-3445 Natural Family Planning: Tom & Colleen O’Rourke, 398-3116 Schuh Center: Teresa Bolte, 779-8965 Prayer Network: Kathy Mussman, 777-5981 PTO: Renee Fischer, 234-9313 Respect Life: Colleen O’Rourke, 398-3116 Risen Life: Roberta Brunck, 777-1476 School Commission: Ray Yunkunis, 336-0073 St. Vincent de Paul: John Bennett, 675-3620 Women’s Association: Christine Phelan, 492-7265 Young at Heart: Paul Steiner, 398-2709 Twenty-Eighth Sunday in Ordinary Time ╬ October 12, 2014 Do you need assistance or know someone who does? Leave a message for the parish St. Vincent de Paul Conference, 398-3821, ext 3500. ╬ Page 9
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